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Cross Village house rental - View of home from water
View of home from water
  • Cross Village house rental - View of home from water
    Miles of beach to walk
    Sunsets all summer that take your breath away
    View of Lake Michigan from deck; walkway to beach
    Watch the hummingbirds from the kitchen window
    Kitchen area overlooking the beach
  • Cross Village house rental - Views of the lake from every angle
    View of living area on main floor
    Dining Room with piano
    Family room downstairs with walk out to beach
    Picnic table on deck overlooking the lake
    This says it all!
 
Cross Village house rental - View of home from water

View of home from water

Miles of beach to walk

Miles of beach to walk

Sunsets all summer that take your breath away

Sunsets all summer that take your breath away

View of Lake Michigan from deck; walkway to beach

View of Lake Michigan from deck; walkway to beach

Watch the hummingbirds from the kitchen window

Watch the hummingbirds from the kitchen window

Kitchen area overlooking the beach

Kitchen area overlooking the beach

Views of the lake from every angle

Views of the lake from every angle

View of living area on main floor

View of living area on main floor

Dining Room with piano

Dining Room with piano

Family room downstairs with walk out to beach

Family room downstairs with walk out to beach

Picnic table on deck overlooking the lake

Picnic table on deck overlooking the lake

This says it all!

This says it all!

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps12

Photos and Description of the Cross Village vacation house rental
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 12

Located between Harbor Springs & Mackinac Island, set in the gorgeous natural beauty of Northern Michigan, this modern beachfront home offers panoramic, unobstructed sunset views over Lake Michigan. A private, secluded setting, yet only 20 minutes from beautiful Harbor Springs along the road AAA selects as The Most Scenic Drive in all of Michigan. Also only minutes away is the famous Mackinaw Bridge, at 5 miles long connecting the Lower to the Upper Peninsula, it is the longest suspension bridge in the world. From here you can take a ferry to quaint Mackinac Island to find the famous Grand Hotel and cobblestone streets free of motor vehicles. Open, bright and airy with windows galore, this spacious 2500 sq ft home is beautifully furnished and artistically decorated. Three private bedrooms, 3 full baths, fully furnished modern gourmet kitchen with convection oven, micro, ceramic cooktop, Cuisinart, etc. Enjoy sunning or lounging on the large decks or barbecuing on the Weber gas grill.

INSIDE: Enjoy panoramic views of the lake from all but one room in the house, even the Master Bath. Comfortable living room with wood burning stove; two dining areas: gracious dining room with piano on mezzanine with expandable solid cherry table that can seat up to 12, solid oak table that can seat up to 8 off of open kitchen. Upstairs Master BR has private deck. Lower Master BR has private entrance. The 15 x40 ft lower level family room has sliding glass doors that lead out towards lake, 2 twins beds, a double sofabed, and the possibility of a queen inflatable bed for dormitory style sleeping. The house is fully furnished including linens, washer/dryer, telephone, 2 TV's, satellite cable, DVD players, VCR's, CD player, an extensive book and audio-visual library and board games.

OUTSIDE: Back decks for early morning sun and barbequing; large front deck with stunning lake vistas for sunning, cocktails, dining in the glow of the sunset and stargazing. If you are lucky, you may even see the Northern Lights! Listen to the loons on the lake, watch the hummingbirds at the feeder and don't miss the bald eagles that soar overhead. Enjoy an afternoon nap in the hammock or a good book and the scent of wild roses in the grassy meadow. Climb 'Grape Hill', the huge dune just across the road, for spectacular far-reaching views of Sturgeon Bay. Stroll the beach and treasure hunt for driftwood, coral, colorful rocks and maybe even a rare Petoskey Stone. Walk to the end of the road and discover the sheltered part of the bay within Wilderness State Park. Sing around the campfire while toasting s'mores under summer skies with more stars than you can imagine.

FOUR SEASONS: SPRING: Enjoy the trillium that carpet the forests, hunt for morels, hike the North Trail...

SUMMER: Enjoy the beach, swim, canoe, kayak; explore art galleries and unique shopping in Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Charlevoix; take a step back in time & tour Mackinac Island in a horse-drawn carriage; shop local farm markets for the makings of a gourmet meal; cross the 'Mighty Mac', the largest suspension bridge in the world and discover the Upper Peninsula...

AUTUMN:: Enjoy the Indian Summer, brilliant sunshine and crisp, cooler days; stroll the beach for miles and relish having it all to yourself; bike or drive M-119, the Tunnel of Trees, for breathtaking fall colors;

WINTER: Spend a day on the slopes, or enjoy the snowscapes as you cross-country ski or showshoe; watch wave sculptures form along the shore; listen to the sounds of silence as a body of water the size of the Adriatic Sea freezes; gather with family or friends for good meals, cozy evenings and catching up...

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Cross Village house rental - View of home from water

View of home from water

Miles of beach to walk

Miles of beach to walk

Sunsets all summer that take your breath away

Sunsets all summer that take your breath away

View of Lake Michigan from deck; walkway to beach

View of Lake Michigan from deck; walkway to beach

Watch the hummingbirds from the kitchen window

Watch the hummingbirds from the kitchen window

Kitchen area overlooking the beach

Kitchen area overlooking the beach

Views of the lake from every angle

Views of the lake from every angle

View of living area on main floor

View of living area on main floor

Dining Room with piano

Dining Room with piano

Family room downstairs with walk out to beach

Family room downstairs with walk out to beach

Picnic table on deck overlooking the lake

Picnic table on deck overlooking the lake

This says it all!

This says it all!

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Nearest Airport : Pellston, MI at 15 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-75 , Exit 326, C-66 (Levering Rd.) at 18 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Famous 'Leg's Inn' in Cross Village at 2 Miles
Nearest Ski : Nub's Nob or Boyne Highlands at 15 Miles
Nearest Golf : Boyne Highlands at 15 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : The Fish - (www.thefishharborsprings.com) at 10.5 Miles
Car: necessary

From this beautiful home base you will find everything you can want ; walk the beach for miles, hike or bike the Northern Michigan wilderness, enjoy water sports, golfing, antiquing and souvenir hunting in quaint villages. The sandy beach extends into crystal clear water, which very gradually gets up to hip deep in about 100 feet for safe swimming. The lake changes daily from placid to breaking waves for body surfing and wind surfing. Don't forget the opportunity to get away for great winter sports. Winter, spring, summer, or fall; there is always an abundance of natural beauty and fun activities for the whole family.

Golf: Golf courses near Cross Village, MI

True North Golf Club

Little Traverse Bay Golf Club

Boyne Mountain Activity Center

Boyne Highlands Golf Course - The Heather

Hidden River Golf & Casting

Birchwood Farms Golf & Country

Harbor Point Golf Course

Wilderness Golf Course

Ski: Skiing near Cross Village, MI

Nubs Nob Ski Resort

www.nubsnob.com - (231) 526-2131

Boyne Highlands Resort

www.boynehighlands.com - (231) 526-2796

Boyne Mountain Activity Center

www.boynemountain.com - (231) 549-6088

Silver Mountain Ski Area/Tubing Hill

Cheeseman Road & US-2 West

396 North State Street

Saint Ignace, MI 49781

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Cross Village, Michigan

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • $1800 - $3200/week; $700/weekend

  • 2012 -
    Peak Season: Jun 16 to Sep 15 - $3350/week (one week minimum from Saturday to Saturday)
    Mid Season: Apr 28 to Jun 16 and Sep15 to Oct 27 - $2000/week or $700/2 night minimum stay + $300/extra day
    Off Season: Jan 2 to Apr 28 and Oct 27 to Dec 22 - $1800/week or $700/2 night minimum stay + $250/extra day
    Holidays 2012: Dec 22 to Jan 2, 2013 - $2700 for the 11 days
  • A 50% deposit will hold your reservation. Balance due 30 days prior to arrival.
    A $500 security deposit check is required from first time renters to be returned to you after assessment that no extra cleaning was needed or damage was done to cottage during your stay. Check will be returned within one week of house being cleaned and inspected.

    Peak Season Cancellations: Deposit is fully refundable with cancellation notice 60 days prior to arrival. 50% refund with 30 day notice. There are no refunds for Peak Season cancellation less than 30 days in advance of the arrival date.

    Well mannered pets are welcome.
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Cross Village, Michigan

Property Type:
  • house
Floor Area:
  • 2500 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Waterfront
  • Beach
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Local Maps
  • Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Wireless Internet
  • Telephone
  • Toilet Paper
  • Free Local Calls
  • Iron & Board
  • Internet
  • Mobile Phone
  • Wood Stove
  • Towels Provided
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Washing Machine
  • Basic Soaps
  • Firewood
  • Parking
Kitchen:
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Garbage Disposal
Dining:
  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 12 people
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Bedroom - 1 king , lakeview
    Bedroom - 1 king , lakeview
    Bedroom - 1 queen
  • Main Level: 1 Master bedroom suite with king size bed, full bath with jacuzzi, lake views from both bed and bath. 1 Bedroom with queen size bed and full bath with shower. Lower Level: 1 Bedroom with king size bed and lake view, full bath with tub/shower. 1 Double Sofabed 2 twin beds Optional: 1 inflatable queen bed
Entertainment:
  • Radio
  • Books
  • Books for Kids
  • Games for Kids
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • VCR
  • DVD Player
  • Music Library
  • Toys
  • DVR
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Piano
  • Books for Adults
  • Television
Outside:
  • Beach Towels
  • Deck Furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Walkway to Water
  • Beach Chairs
  • Wood Deck
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Binoculars
  • Balcony
  • Small Cooler
  • Pedal Boat
  • Beach Umbrellas
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 8 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
Pool / Spa:
  • Jacuzzi
Attractions:
  • churches
  • autumn foliage
  • forests
  • water parks
  • bay/sound
  • restaurants
Leisure Activities:
  • sight seeing
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • scenic drives
  • bird watching
  • gambling casinos
  • walking
Local Services & Businesses:
  • medical services
  • massage therapist
  • ATM/bank
  • hospital
  • groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • golf
  • skiing
  • swimming
  • wind-surfing
  • sailing
  • fishing
  • hiking
  • water skiing
  • cycling
  • freshwater fishing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • hunting
Notes: 2 kings, 1 queen, 2 twins, 1 sleep sofa, 1 inflatable queen. There are 2 dining areas - one off of kitchen plus the separate large dining room.
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Reviews for this vacation house rental in Cross Village, Michigan

Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
average rating of 4.6666665 based on 6 reviews
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Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p108208
+1 202 234-1531
Cross Village Northern Michigan
Rochester Hills, MI
5

Heavenly Vacation

5 of 5
Submitted: August 6, 2008 Stayed: July 2008
Words can't even describe the beauty of this location. The description provided is most certainly accurate. All of us couldn't speak when we first walked in the door!! It was in perfect order, very clean and well cared for. The home was so spacious, beautifully furnished, and the view was breathtaking! It was beyond our expectations! It is honestly very difficult to describe how beautiful it all was.

We certainly recommend this rental to anyone looking for peace and quiet. We took walks every morning and spent the majority of the days on the private beach or on the deck overlooking the beach and the Lake. We ate at the 2 local resturants, Legs Inn and The Crow's Nest. We had very positive experiences at both of them. We spent some time in Harbor Springs, which we highly recommend doing while visiting Cross Village. We also took the kids and spent a day at the Mackinac City Water Park, Thunder Bay. Tons of fun!! The closest full grocery store is Glen's in Petosky about 30 miles away. We found a small IGA in Harbor Springs with the basics, too.

Honestly there is not one thing that was wrong with this rental. We would recommend this home to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing, low-key vacation. We were so happy to be able to bring our 2 dogs. They thoroughly enjoyed themselves, too.

No doubt we will be back next summer. Thanks again!!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 8/8
business
Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p108208
+1 202 234-1531
Cross Village Northern Michigan
5

Perfect Home and Location, Well Worth the Visit

5 of 5
Submitted: September 26, 2011 Stayed: September 2011
I stayed here for a short weekend, and by the end of my stay I deeply regretted not arranging for a longer stay. The home is spaceous and clean, with a well equipped kitchen and all the modern conveniences one could ask for in a vacation cottage. The proximity to the beach was just right, and the view is spectacular, both day and night. If you've never watched a sunset over a distant horizon, then this is the place to experience it.

Nighttime is peaceful and quiet, with the only sound coming from the tide washing over the rocks along the beach. Both myself and my wife had a great night's sleep.

Locally, there's good places to eat and quaint little shops to explore, but we could have spent the whole time at this great house and never felt like we missed out on anything. It was truly a worthwhile visit, and I look forward to visiting again.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
business
Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p108208
+1 202 234-1531
Cross Village Northern Michigan
Ann Arbor
5

This is it!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 21, 2010 Stayed: December 2002
This house is perfection on the beach!
My wife and I have stayed here more times than we can remember and it is always our first choice of the many rentals available.
As you enter the unassuming streetside entrance you are greeted by a by a wall of glass on the other side of the great room that offers the most spectacular views of Lake Michigan to be found anywhere..
With the vaulted ceilings, this spacious home seems even larger than it is. We have stayed here with as many as 3 other couples and have never felt cramped. The well equiped kitchen has plenty of elbow room for "too many cooks" and the two living rooms (one up one down) allows for a separate space for the young ones.
The North Country Trail is less than a mile away and of course the miles and miles of beach on Sturgeon Bay offer a northern experience that is hard to beat.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p108208
+1 202 234-1531
Cross Village Northern Michigan
Ann Arbor
5

Honest to Goodness bit of Paradise!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 15, 2010 Stayed: September 2009
We chose this rental for our vacation last autumn and can’t wait to return! The panoramic views of Lake Michigan from inside this spectacular home kept us amazed from morning to night. The great room provides a feeling of connectivity throughout the kitchen, dining & living areas, and the well equipped kitchen & choices of dining tables made mealtimes & entertaining easy and delightful for all ages! With the comfortable separation of the bedrooms, each with it’s own bath, we had full privacy & quiet places to retreat to. It was very clean, well kept, and we couldn’t have asked for more!

We were pleasantly surprised by the wide variety of birds we viewed, and especially thrilled with the Bald Eagles and Common Loons that flew right overhead on their way to or from the lake! The trees that provide such privacy from the cottage next door were often visited by songbirds, & observing the frequent Hummingbirds just out the kitchen windows was delightful. We used both morning & evening decks, and always enjoyed the lake and long walks along the shore.

This location is so convenient for visiting elsewhere and we found the recommended Crow’s Nest to be a great, nearby dinner destination. We liked driving the scenic roads in the area and shopped in Good Hart, Harbor Springs, and Petosky all of which offered interesting choices. Heading back to this cottage with all its amenities and with our fresh goodies, we knew we had everything we could dream of right there! With each day, we felt like we never wanted to leave and that’s why we look forward to returning.

This rental is perfect for any and all! You'll especially enjoy it if you like things like stargazing from the comfort of the chairs on the deck, listening to Lake Michigan’s endless lullabies, and waking to some bit of Paradise you'll feel is all your own!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Spectacular Views - Modern Lakefront Home - All season rental
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p108208
+1 202 234-1531
Cross Village Northern Michigan
Howell, MI, USA
3

Check beach conditions before your stay

3 of 5
Submitted: July 28, 2009 Stayed: July 2009
Upon arriving the first thing my kids wanted to do was to head to the water and check out the beach. When we all made it down to the water we found that the pictures posted on the property listing did not accurately reflect the conditions we found during our stay. After our 30-day window to cancel with full refund past the property manager informed us that the lake level was higher this year, resulting in a rocky beach front, and recommended bringing some type of water shoe to used to protect our feet. What we found was an approximately 8-10 foot wide area of rock covered beach above the water line with rocks extending out into the water on the lake bottom. Needless to say everyone in our party was diapppointed with what we encountered. Inside the cottage we found that the previous renter must have left the doors/windows open and found hundreds of nats or mayflies inside the cottage which congregated on the cathedral ceiling and in other areas throughout the cottage. Some of them had been killed and left smashed against the walls, others we tried vacuuming up or died within an few days and accumulated in various places thourghout the cottage. With about two days left in our stay ants began to enter the lower level through the basement bedroom door. Some areas/features of the cottage were dated and worn, light bulbs were missing from fixtures, and the carperting in the lower lever was stained/worn and in need of replacement.

Overall the floor plan of the cottage worked well and exterior of the property was well kept. Very nice lake views from the main living/dinning area and upper deck. The large sand dune across the street was fun to climb and provided a panoramic view of the surrounding area. However, the condition of the interior of the cottage during our stay, in addition to the misleading photos of the beach front at lake level in the property listing, was not what we expected for the price.
Owner's Response: Yes, indeed the beach shoreline does change from season to season and from month to month, as we are there in the late spring and are always surprised to see how it has changed when we arrive late summer. Most of the years, there has been an adequate-sized beach.
As for the nats and flies, those too depend on the weather and they can get through even the smallest of screens. We have them in our house in Petoskey, too. It has been an unusual summer with lots of rain and varying temperatures!
As for the interior, the owners will be there the month of August and I imagine they will assess how the wear and tear of the home has been. It is a popular home and rented by multi-generational families for vacations with lots of positive reviews and memories I am sure.
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